Diabetes type 2: Dangerous problems caused by a heatwave - What you need to know

Diabetes type 2: Dangerous problems caused by a heatwave - What you need to know

DIABETES type 2 sufferers may need to take extra precautions during hot weather or a heatwave, according to experts. This is because the heat can impact blood sugar levels, making them more difficult to manage. Diabetes sufferers should watch out for these complications caused by hot weather.

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Diabetes UK, a UK-based charity for the condition, also advised sufferers to be careful in hot weather.

“Long periods of inactivity in the sun can affect diabetes control,” they said.

“Insulin will be absorbed more quickly from the injection site in warm weather, and this increases the risk of hypos.”

Clinical advisor for the charity, Douglas Twenefour, added: “People with diabetes will need to monitor their blood sugar levels more often and be ready to adjust their diet or insulin dose accordingly.

“If your insulin levels are consistently higher than expected, it is worth considering whether your insulin could have been damaged in the sun.

“When damaged by heat, clear insulin generally becomes cloudy and cloudy insulin becomes grainy and sticks in the side of the glass.”